Lost my hunting partner two weeks ago to complications of Lyme, 8 1/2 year old Ryman/Old Hemlock setter. Best friend ever had and can't replace him, but will be getting another pup this spring. Didn't put a lot of training into the first guy, never used a collar, but will probably pick one up for the pup. Any pref's on makes/models? Best age to begin electronic collar training? Would prefer the beeper collar combo as I hunt some pretty thick cover. Any info appreciated.